Legal Interpreting Since 1983
Legal Interpreting in 150+ Languages & Dialects
In legal proceedings, accurate interpreting is essential. A single error or misrepresentation could yield serious penalties and expense.
Since 1983, Accredited Language Services has provided legal professionals with interpreting services in more than 150 languages and dialects. Our legal interpreters have extensive knowledge of courtroom protocol throughout the US and abroad.
Legal Interpreting for Courts & Government Agencies
The interpreters of Accredited Language are assessed for their linguistic skill and knowledge of legal terminology. In addition, their familiarity with legal protocol facilitates seamless communication inside and outside of the courtroom.
That’s why law firms, court administrators, government agencies, attorneys and individuals turn to Accredited Language for legal interpreting during proceedings such as trials, hearings, examinations under oath, attorney-client consultations and arbitration and mediation sessions.
Our interpreters specialize in a wide range of legal areas, including:
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Law
- Food & Drug Law
- Immigration Law
- Labor & Employment Law
Consecutive, Simultaneous & Telephonic Interpreting
Whether you need legal interpreting for a recording, one-on-one interview, or an international legal symposium, Accredited Language can provide the interpreter(s) you require.
Consecutive interpreting is used mostly for small groups. One person speaks in, say, Chinese. The interpreter then renders this into a second language, such as English. The second person responds in English. The linguist then interprets this response back into Chinese.
Simultaneous interpreting often is used in formal settings. The linguist interprets the spoken word in real time while the proceeding is in progress. The interpretation is transmitted to all listeners at once, often through specialized simultaneous interpreting equipment, such as wireless receivers and microphones.
Although consecutive or simultaneous interpreting is preferred in most situations, telephonic interpreting is available in emergency circumstances or for remote locations.
Value-Added Services for Legal Professionals
Accredited Language offers simultaneous interpreting equipment and conference equipment (including wireless receivers, soundproof booths, overhead projectors, voting booths and audiovisual systems) for meetings of all sizes.
The professional audio engineers of Accredited Language can even set up and monitor your equipment and/or record the proceedings on-site.
Do your language needs extend beyond interpreting? We also provide the translation of legal documents such as summonses, evidentiary documents, contracts and foreign statutes. Certified translations also are available.
What’s more, our transcriptionists work from more than 30 analog, digital and electronic formats to produce verbatim records of legal trials, interviews, conferences and other recorded events.
International Legal Assistance
Accredited Language and our affiliates offer legal professionals a full line of services to assist with international litigation, including international service of process, international execution of letters rogatory and the compulsion of foreign evidence.
FREE, No-Obligation Consultation
With thousands of interpreters in the US and around the world, Accredited Language is prepared for interpreting assignments both large and small.
Call our national service center toll free at 1-800-322-0284 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time to discuss your legal interpreting needs, or get a FREE, no-obligation price quote when you complete an easy online form.
